Living and working overseas presents many opportunities and challenges, including navigating the complexities of U.S. tax laws. The IRS Form 2555 is a critical tool that allows U.S. citizens or resident aliens (“green card” holders) living and earning income abroad to manage their tax obligations effectively. This form enables eligible taxpayers to claim the Foreign Read the full article…
In the event of your death, a life insurance policy ensures that your family has the financial resources to maintain their standard of living. This is the number one reason why individuals consider life insurance. Although it’s the number one reason, it’s not the only reason. Life insurance can also be an essential estate planning Read the full article…
Effective February 16, 2021, Proposition 19 went into effect and made sweeping changes to property tax reassessments. Here are the current property tax exemptions available in California: 1. Homeowners’ Exemption The California Constitution provides for the exemption of $7,000 in assessed value from property tax assessment of any property owned and occupied as the owner’s Read the full article…
There are some important changes in the Inherited IRA distribution rules that may affect your tax planning. Before the SECURE Act of 2019, beneficiaries of inherited IRAs could “stretch” or spread out their withdrawals over their lifetime, which allowed them to lower their annual tax liability. However, under the new regulations of the SECURE Act, Read the full article…
It is helpful for taxpayers with rental properties to know the rules and regulations about deductible rental losses. Understanding the difference between active participation and material participation is crucial as these two terms play a big role in determining the deductibility of rental losses. In general, rental activity is considered a passive activity that creates Read the full article…
The Internal Revenue Service has published the 2024 Estate and Gift Exemption Amounts. The Unified Exclusion Amount is $13,610,000 and the Annual Gift Exemption Amount is $18,000. In addition to the annual gift exemption, payments made directly to medical providers or educational institutions are considered non-reportable. Married couples will be able to gift up to Read the full article…
Every year, taxpayers are required to file, report, and pay any taxes owed from the previous year. As the tax season begins, it is crucial to gather all forms of tax documentation in preparation for the filing process. We understand that filing taxes can be a very stressful and time-consuming task, and without proper planning, Read the full article…
Beginning January 1, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) will require businesses to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) by reporting information related to the business owners, officers, and controlling persons. The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) was enacted January 1, 2021, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, representing the most significant Read the full article…
KROST is attending the second annual CalCPA Los Angeles & Inland Empire Mt. SAC Accounting Conference. The event is in partnership with Mt. San Antonio College, where the conference will be held on Saturday, November 18th, from 7:00am to 2:00pm. This is a perfect opportunity for college and university students to hear firsthand experiences from Read the full article…
Philanthropy is generosity in all forms and is often defined as the act of giving to better the lives of others. Monetary donations go a long way to fund projects that provide resources to those in need. According to Giving USA, Americans donated more than $1 billion a day to various charities in 2022, resulting Read the full article…
